Designing an Effective PPE Program 5 Tips
You need to supply your workers with the PPE they need to perform their work safely. But you need to…
Overview of TLV and BEI and how they can make a big difference to workplace safety.
Safety professionals deal with hazards every day. That’s a given. We delve into the world of laws, acts, regulations, and…
What is the difference between a hazard and a risk?
Q:What is the difference between a hazard and a risk? A:In the parlance of health and safety management, the terms hazard and risk are…
Dust Control in Manufacturing 5 best Practices
For many workers, the hazards they face on the job aren’t limited to the equipment and tools they use. Environmental…
Work site Housekeeping Basics
OSHA's General Duty Clause holds that employers are responsible for ensuring the work environment is safe for all employees. Keeping…
Electrical Hazards Top 7 and it’s control Measures
When handled improperly, electrical hazards can cause serious injuries or even fatalities. And yet, many workers are unaware of the…
Major Steps to Securing Transport Loads
Modern transportation has made life a lot easier but not necessarily less hazardous. One of the hazards that remains a…
Promoting Mental Health in the Workplace
Mental health in the workplace is a difficult concept for many to embrace. Research continues to demonstrate the critical links…
E-Books:Electrical Safety in the Construction Industry
Whenever you work with power tools or on electrical circuits there is a risk of electrical hazards, especially electrical shock.…
Video: Winter’s Hidden Hazard -Safety Moment#25
Cold air is deceiving because it reduces thirst sensation, and people do not tend to drink as much as they…
4 Major Forklift Accidents and Prevention
As fun as they look to operate, forklifts are a serious workplace hazard. OSHA estimates that there are 110,000 forklift…
Major Safety Concerns for Construction Workers
According to OSHA, about 6.5 million Americans work at more than 250,000 construction sites across the United States on any given day.…
Disaster Preparedness: 5 Tips for Construction Site Managers
The United States knows that Mother Nature can be merciless. From the deadly hurricanes in Tornado Alley to the wildfires…
Spill Containment and Spill Prevention and Control Countermeasures
We depend heavily on oil and chemicals in various parts of our lives and our work, but these commodities pose…
Calibration Procedure of Portable Gas Detectors
According to AS/NZS 60079.29.2:2008 (Gas Detectors – Selection, installation, use and maintenance of detectors for flammable gases and oxygen) a…
OSHA, PHMSA requesting public input ahead of GHS conferences
OSHA has scheduled a public meeting for June 12 to discuss proposals ahead of the 35th session of the United…
Are nitrile gloves safe?
Q:Are nitrile gloves safe? A:In general, nitrile gloves are safe. However, whether they are the right choice for a given application depends…
Silicosis and Everything you should Know about it
Silicosis is an incurable occupational disease caused by inhaling dust that contains minute pieces of a mineral called silica (SiO2).…
Safety Toes: Materials That Keep Your Feet Safe
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is the last line of defense between a worker and a known hazard. Most people are…
Bump Testing Gas Detector 6 Important Questions
When working in hazardous atmospheres, it's not enough to rely on your senses to verify that the area is safe to…
Rescuing Fallen Workers
Anyone working at height is putting themselves at odds with gravity. No matter how many protective measures are put in…
Tool Box Talk: Heart Risks: AEDs and CPR in the Workplace
It's impossible to prevent cardiac arrests in your workplace, but you can be ready to respond adequately.I was chatting with…
Online Quiz:The Lab Safety Symbols
Lab procedures and equipment may be labeled with safety symbols. These symbols warn of specific hazards, such as flames or…
Hiring Contractors ! know the Risks and Legal Responsibilities
Many companies in the industrial and manufacturing sector use contractors on a regular basis. Some facilities will bring them in…